Plant layout specification equipment location

In Section 10.0, we have discussed process design and processing equipment rather than the layout oi production facilities. Once a process scheme has been defined, the fashion in which equipment and plant is located is determined partly by transportation considerations (e.g. pipeline specifications) but also by the surface environment. 

Develop necessary process and design information (Section 3.1). The first step in the analysis is to obtain necessary information in sufficient detail to support the type of evaluation being performed. This can include information about the materials being handled, the process conditions, and other site-specific information such as the type of building construction, occupancy, plant layout, and equipment location. 

Design should follow some prearranged plan based upon space requirements, selections and specifications of process equipment, the layout of process equipment according to processing flows, plant location, plant... 

Mobley, K., ed. 2001. Plant Engineer s Handbook. Boston BnOerworth-Heinanann. This reference is concerned with industrial operations or maintenance. Coverage includes the basics of plant engineering, layout and location, contracts and specifications, energy and water supply, HVAC, safety and health, maintenance, mechanical and electrical equipment, and statistical applications. 

For plant location Both primary and specific factors are to be considered. For plant layout Optimum arrangement of equipment within a given area is a strategic factor. 

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